Hello, darlings! It's your favourite Pink Tutu Sparkles, here with post number 3637! Can you believe it? Over 3,600 posts about life in the pinkest of tutus and I still haven't gotten tired of sharing every twirl, every shimmer, and every delightful detail with you all!
Now, this week has been absolutely hectic, as you know, with the hustle and bustle of my double life - a scientist by day, and a shimmering sensation by night! 🧪 But who needs sleep when you've got sequins to iron and tutus to fluff? 😉
This weekend was all about heading down to the lovely coastal town of Bournemouth, where I got to indulge in one of my absolute favourite things: travelling by train! There's nothing quite like the rhythm of the wheels on the tracks, the wind rushing by the window, and the opportunity to people-watch (and dress up, obviously!). 💖
For my Bournemouth journey, I decided to wear a new pink tutu that I recently got on a sale in London - a gorgeous, fluffy creation with a delightful sequined design. I knew it would look simply divine against the backdrop of the sea and the charming old seaside towns that dot the coastline. I paired it with my go-to, blush-pink feather boa, a sparkly, pink cardigan and a clutch bag shaped like a sparkly, pink cupcake! (Did you see how I tied everything together, darlings? It’s all about the details, you know!)
A Dreamy Trip! 🚄
My journey was an absolute delight. As usual, I got some funny looks from fellow passengers when I got on the train in my fabulous outfit, but darling, don't worry, I am immune to the disapproval of those who haven’t embraced the magic of tutus! 😂 Instead, I used my time to admire the scenery and strike up a conversation with an adorable little girl who was wearing a cute pink dress - we bonded over our shared love of pink, of course! She told me her name was Chloe and she was going on holiday with her family. It was all very lovely, like a scene from a fairytale! ✨
I arrived in Bournemouth feeling bright, bold, and ready to embrace all that this beautiful seaside town had to offer. I must say, there is something incredibly enchanting about being on the coast. It feels so freeing, so wild, so very much in tune with the playful side of my nature! I’m a Pisces after all, what do you expect?!
On Stage and On The Promenade 🎭
This weekend, I was booked to perform at a rather quirky charity event, a "Tea Party and Twirls" afternoon fundraiser hosted by a local dance studio. Of course, I knew I had to do something a little bit special for my debut in this wonderful seaside town. I opted for a bright pink tutu adorned with real, pink roses! Imagine my surprise when the lovely ladies of the dance studio insisted I join them for a ballet class! It's always fun for me to be reminded why I got hooked on ballet (and the joys of tutus!) - I'd originally worn one for a charity fundraiser at university in Derby. It wasn't even pink but even then I just knew I was born to sparkle in them! 😂
You guys should have seen me, twirling and pirouetting in a gorgeous seaside town with some very talented ladies in their dancing shoes! What an experience! It even inspired a bit of a performance improvisation: imagine the delightful, pink-tinged spectacle of a drag queen twirling and flitting, ballet-inspired choreography along the Bournemouth promenade, under the watchful eye of the grand Victorian pier. Talk about fabulousness, darling! 😂💖
My Bournemouth experience was a dream! From my lovely train journey and heartwarming encounter with Chloe to my grand ballet debut, every moment felt magical, But let's face it, my biggest passion, darling, is inspiring people to embrace their inner sparkle! It's why I write my blog every day, and why I make every effort to share the pink tutu love wherever I go! ✨
And my Bournemouth adventures were no exception. There was an impromptu “Pink Tutu parade” in the town centre, inspired by the charming shops, where I led a flock of children and a couple of delightfully confused-looking businessmen in a tutu extravaganza. They might have been reluctant at first, but those confused looks morphed into the biggest, brightest grins by the end! They may have learned something about themselves that day. We can all get used to a bit more sparkle! 😜
Back to Reality (And the Lab)
Now, don't get me wrong, being on the road and travelling as a drag artist is all well and good, but nothing compares to the comfort of coming home. I'm back in my Derbyshire flat now, settling into my routine (or trying to!). My apartment is, of course, adorned in pink. I’m sitting right now on a sofa that is the color of cotton candy. And my very real life as a scientist - analysing textiles in the lab – feels very normal after the drama of my Pink Tutu Sparkles weekends! It’s always fun to balance two worlds - the glamorous sparkle and the real world, the glitter and the grit, as it were! 😂
Speaking of glitter… there's something incredibly important that I need to do. (I always do leave the best bit for the end, you see!)
It's time for me to introduce you to my newest, most amazing creation. Yes, I’m talking about a new, one-of-a-kind tutu! 🎉
And what a masterpiece it is, darling. This particular confection of pinkness is made from specially-woven pink silk (which I was lucky enough to stumble across during a trip to a vintage shop in Bath, you wouldn’t believe it!), lined with sparkling, iridescent material that gives it the perfect pink shimmer (because no, darling, it doesn’t get enough), and it’s adorned with hundreds of tiny pink beads and delicate sequins. Just thinking about it makes my heart flutter with delight. I will be revealing its full glory to you very soon!
Remember, darlings, no matter where I go, or what I do, one thing is for sure, my pink tutu is always with me. 💖 Because at the end of the day, the secret to finding your own true magic lies within: in a splash of colour, a sprinkle of sequins, a hint of pink. Remember, the power of pink is immeasurable.
Until next time, darlings. 💖
